Head of Digital & Technology – FMCG - #1677660

Job Title: Head of Digital & Technology – FMCG

Job ID: 07899

Salary: £80-90k (25% bonus)

Location: Hybrid – Enfield & Home Based (Minimum 2 days in the office a week)

Job Type: Permanent

Industry: FMCG

The Client

We are working with a leading FMCG company, dedicated to delivering high-quality consumer products through innovation and efficiency. As we continue to grow, we’re investing in cutting-edge digital and technology solutions to enhance our operations and future-proof our business.

The Role

We’re looking for a Head of Digital & Technology to lead the IT strategy, ensuring the technology landscape supports business growth. You’ll drive digital transformation, oversee IT infrastructure, and lead a high-performing team across multiple technology workstreams. Your expertise will be key in shaping our digital future and aligning technology with commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the company’s digital and technology strategy in line with business goals

Advise leadership on emerging technologies, digital trends, and innovation opportunities

Lead and inspire a dynamic IT team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement

Oversee IT systems, infrastructure, and applications to ensure scalability, security, and efficiency

Manage technology budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with strategic priorities

Drive automation, AI, and data analytics adoption to enhance decision-making and operations

Establish governance frameworks for compliance, cybersecurity, and data privacy

Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate technology into marketing, operations, and sales

Manage vendor relationships to deliver value-driven IT solutions

What We’re Looking For:

Proven experience in a technology leadership role, managing teams and digital transformation projects

Strong background in IT operations, software development, cloud computing, and cybersecurity

Experience as an Enterprise Architect or Solution Architect, aligning technology with business strategy

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Strategic thinker with a track record of implementing IT change strategies and roadmaps

Strong project management skills, capable of prioritizing multiple initiatives

Certifications in project management, IT governance, or cloud platforms (PMP, ITIL, AWS, Azure) are a plus

What’s In It For You?

Competitive salary + discretionary bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off

2 additional days off for volunteering

Private healthcare & company pension

Life assurance & income protection

Team and company social events

If you’re ready to drive digital transformation in a fast-paced FMCG business, apply now!